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2026 Signal Hill Historical Neighborhood Walking Tours

No reservations needed, just put on some comfortable shoes, show up on time and join us. Each walk is about 1.5 - 2 Hours.  Easy walking, mostly horizontaland some gentle inclines.


#1  Crescent Heights Historic District Walk

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026

Time: 10:00 am

Meeting location: 1650 Crescent Heights St.

This tour focuses on the Historic Crescent Heights neighborhood, right in the middle of an oil field and the city. It will include an experienced guide, fascinating, homeowner speakers, and a walking tour thru one or of two historic houses. 


#2  Historic Signal Hill Hilltop Walk

When: Sunday, April 12, 2026

Time: 10:00 am

Meeting Location: Hilltop Park Picnic Tables  (Skyline & Dawson)

.6 This guided tour focuses on the top of Signal Hill, with it's rich history over the past century.  The tour includes an experienced guide, rich history of millionaires' homes, shocking stories of oil field development, and the remarkable Model T car and skateboard recreational races.